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Comfortable Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Historic Log Cabin in Exclusive Private Community where you can enjoy swimming, tennis and beachcombing.
Best view on the Bay, only an hour’s Drive from Washington DC, and 25 minutes north of Solomons Island. Relax under a virgin tree canopy while gazing at the indigo Chesapeake from our Cliffside chairs!
Charming, well maintained spacious cottage perched high on the Calvert Cliffs of the Western Shore of the Bay with a 180 degree view. Watch the bald eagles soaring by the cliff and the ocean freighters and crab boats plying the waters of the Bay. This unique log home includes all the modern conveniences with a whimsical atmosphere, decorated with world treasures, antiques and Miocene Era shark’s teeth.
You will find yourself nestled under a tall canopy of trees in a private country-club-like setting with two miles of white sand beach and fabulous recreational amenities. The 300 acre secure community with its private roads, pristeen outdoor swimming pool, two excellent tennis courts, community house, boat ramp, and 5 hiking trails will engage your family in complete relaxation, all without leaving the protected community.
The two mile sand beach (tidal fluctuations) offers some of the best fossil hunting opportunities on the East Coast. Here you can stroll the beach and find pre-historic shark’s teeth and fossils. Families love the gentle surf and natural streams where children love to build sand castles and splash in the Bay’s sand bars, just a short 10 minute walk from the house. The beach offers lovely shade in the afternoon; a beach umbrella is included for your mornings. In addition, the community’s expansive South Beach is a 5 minute drive, where one finds picnic tables, parking, boat ramp, and port-a-potty. Bring your kayaks and canoes; there are wonderful opportunities to explore Parker’s Creek Nature Preserve just a short paddle north.
The open floor plan with cathedral ceiling living room has superb Bay views, comfortable seating and a computer table. The adjoining dining porch with screened Andersen windows seats 8 at table, and also offers a lovely conversation area where you can enjoy the constantly-changing water views or cozy up with a book.
Two comfortable bedrooms, each with Euro-top double bedding, dresser and large closet, a children’s sleeping loft with an upgraded double bed, and a single bed in the living room provide many sleeping options, accommodates 5.
Recently upgraded kitchen includes newer range, large refrigerator with ice maker, new countertops, Blanco sink, and microwave. Cooks will appreciate the incredible selection of spices, condiments, staples, cooking tools, pans, baking dishes, as well as table service for 8. A full size gas grill is convenient.
Entertainment features WiFi, Roku with Sling TV with several hundred channels including Showtime, BluRay for music and DVDs, and local telephone service. A sizeable collection of books and games await you.
Cooled by central air conditioning, and warmed by oil-fired heat, you can be assured you will always be comfortable in this year-round non-smoking home. We do have a minimum age for our guests, children are welcome, and we ask that our guests board their family pets. Welcome to Stone’s Throw!

Overview

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Sleeps 5

Comfortable Chesapeake Bay Waterfront Historic Log Cabin in Exclusive Private Community where you can enjoy swimming, tennis and beachcombing.

Best view on the Bay, only an hour’s Drive from Washington DC, and 25 minutes north of Solomons Island. Relax under a virgin tree canopy while gazing at the indigo Chesapeake from our Cliffside chairs!

Charming, well maintained spacious cottage perched high on the Calvert Cliffs of the Western Shore of the Bay with a 180 degree view. Watch the bald eagles soaring by the cliff and the ocean freighters and crab boats plying the waters of the Bay. This unique log home includes all the modern conveniences with a whimsical atmosphere, decorated with world treasures, antiques and Miocene Era shark’s teeth.

You will find yourself nestled under a tall canopy of trees in a private country-club-like setting with two miles of white sand beach and fabulous recreational amenities. The 300 acre secure community with its private roads, pristeen outdoor swimming pool, two excellent tennis courts, community house, boat ramp, and 5 hiking trails will engage your family in complete relaxation, all without leaving the protected community.

The two mile sand beach (tidal fluctuations) offers some of the best fossil hunting opportunities on the East Coast. Here you can stroll the beach and find pre-historic shark’s teeth and fossils. Families love the gentle surf and natural streams where children love to build sand castles and splash in the Bay’s sand bars, just a short 10 minute walk from the house. The beach offers lovely shade in the afternoon; a beach umbrella is included for your mornings. In addition, the community’s expansive South Beach is a 5 minute drive, where one finds picnic tables, parking, boat ramp, and port-a-potty. Bring your kayaks and canoes; there are wonderful opportunities to explore Parker’s Creek Nature Preserve just a short paddle north.

The open floor plan with cathedral ceiling living room has superb Bay views, comfortable seating and a computer table. The adjoining dining porch with screened Andersen windows seats 8 at table, and also offers a lovely conversation area where you can enjoy the constantly-changing water views or cozy up with a book.

Two comfortable bedrooms, each with Euro-top double bedding, dresser and large closet, a children’s sleeping loft with an upgraded double bed, and a single bed in the living room provide many sleeping options, accommodates 5.

Recently upgraded kitchen includes newer range, large refrigerator with ice maker, new countertops, Blanco sink, and microwave. Cooks will appreciate the incredible selection of spices, condiments, staples, cooking tools, pans, baking dishes, as well as table service for 8. A full size gas grill is convenient.

Entertainment features WiFi, Roku with Sling TV with several hundred channels including Showtime, BluRay for music and DVDs, and local telephone service. A sizeable collection of books and games await you.

Cooled by central air conditioning, and warmed by oil-fired heat, you can be assured you will always be comfortable in this year-round non-smoking home. We do have a minimum age for our guests, children are welcome, and we ask that our guests board their family pets. Welcome to Stone’s Throw!

About Ginny

We are very fortunate to be the conservators of a waterfront home perched high on the cliffs of the Bay which our parents acquired in 1949. Our parents loved this magical place. We have extended their legacy by constantly maintaining and upgrading the comfortable log cabin. While the log cabin is original and authentic, it is warmed by oil heat, cooled by central air, and filled with modern conveniences. Since 2009 we opened our doors to guests, who have enjoyed vacations and shared their stories of relaxing experiences at the cabin, on the beach, in the forested community. We look forward to providing a happy home for your family's next vacation.

What makes this house unique

Stone's Throw is a unique house situated on a high cliff over the Bay where one can enjoy one of the best views on the Bay and also be surrounded by the glory of nature.

Guestbook comments from the owner

February 15-18, 2013

Thank you for sharing your home with us. Our husbands took us away for a long (Valentine’s) weekend. The weather was cold the first day but cleared up for the next two. We spent a lot of our time sitting on the porch looking out at the bay. What a breathtaking view!

We also had fun searching the beaches for shark’s teeth.

I was an awesome time with family and we plan to come back when the weather is warmer.

2 comfortable bedrooms (each with luxury bedding, dresser and large closet, clock radio), with sleeping loft with upgraded double for your children, or be the first to see the sunrise from the single bed and couch in the living room. Pillows, quilts and blankets provided; guests provide sheets and towels.

Entertainment:

Audio Tape Player

Books ...

Books for Adults

Books for Kids

CD Player

DVD Player ...

Games ...

Games for Kids

Music Library ...

Radio

Satellite / Cable ...

Stereo ...

Television ...

Outside:

Beach Towels

Golf ...

Kayak / Canoe ...

Lawn / Garden ...

Outdoor Grill ...

Outdoor Grill Gas

Tennis ...

Tennis Court

Walkway to Water

2 garden chairs

Suitability:

Long-term Renters Welcome

Pool / Spa:

Communal Pool ...

Outdoor Pool

Attractions:

autumn foliage

bay/sound

churches

cinemas

coin laundry

forests

library

marina

museums

playground

pond

recreation center

restaurants

water parks

winery tours

Leisure Activities:

antiquing

beachcombing

bird watching

eco tourism

photography

scenic drives

sight seeing

walking

Local Services & Businesses:

ATM/bank

fitness center

groceries

hospital

laundromat

medical services

Sports & Adventure Activities:

basketball court

cycling

deepsea fishing

fishing

golf

hiking

jet skiing

sailing

sound/bay fishing

swimming

tennis

water skiing

wind-surfing

Notes:

10 minute walk to 2 mile sand swimming beach; hunt for Prehistoric Shark's Teeth and fossils from the Miocene Era unique to the Calvert Cliffs. Bring your canoes, kayaks, sailboats, small motorboats; two boat ramps in community. 5 minute drive to wide beautiful South Beach with parking, picnic table, new ramp, & more. Exclusive private eco-friendly 300-acre community with direct access to Chesapeake Bay through series of inter-connected walkways and private roads, large, pristeen outdoor pool, two tennis courts, community house with children's activities in season, horseshoe pit, basketball court, ball field, educational fossil museum. Walking and hiking trails abound in adjacent ACLT preserve Safe, close-knit beach community ideal for children and seniors, with private roads on rolling hills. Great area for biking and jogging. Scientist's Cliffs is a walker-friendly community; park your car and walk/bike to beach, tennis, pool!

Summer 2017

My husband and I decided to stay near the West River annual Deaf/Blind Camp; where my sister attended. A Stone’s Throw was a perfect location not far from the camp. The cabin is very comfortable and cozy. During our stay we had our meals on the enclosed porch while enjoying the views of the bay, beautiful cardinals playing in the yard, and falcons circling the area in search for food. The beach area was clean and private. The rooms were very comfortable and the kitchen had all of the cooking supplies you would need. The books, pictures, and various collections of over 50 years made me feel like going back in time; living with my mother. I thought my Mom would walk through the door at any time. Ginny was always available to answer questions. She provided great information on fishing piers. We got a Maryland fishing license on line and enjoyed fishing from the Solomons Pier. Ginny, thank you for sharing your home.

Submitted: Jun 19, 2017

Stayed: Jun 2017

Source: HomeAway

Owner's Response: Terri,
We are fortunate to display many treasures from our parents' around the world travels, prehistoric fossils found on the beach, and antiques. It is so nice to hear that this made your stay more enjoyable and feel right at home. And I am so glad that your husband enjoyed fishing from the Solomons Pier. I am so happy that you chose Stone's Throw for your vacation, and we do hope to have you as our guests again soon.

Unique, cozy cabin, with all the comforts of home. We loved watching the sun rise over the Bay.

Stone's Throw is a charming, relaxing cabin. Unique vintage and antique decor, warm and inviting. We had a fantastic week fossil hunting on the beach and bay watching from atop the cliff. Perfect getaway spot! We'll be back!

We love Stone's Throw!

We absolutely love it here. It's our second visit and we'll continue to come as long as it's available. Ginny is wonderful to work with... always helpful to send info on local places to eat and shop, and always willing to answer our questions. The area is gorgeous. Love the woods and beach. Relaxing, quiet getaway.

charming, peaceful, with breathtaking view

This is our fourth time staying at Stone's Throw in as many years. Its quaint charm and peaceful setting makes for a remarkably relaxing and restful place, augmented by the majestic view of the Chesapeake, with bald eagles and ospreys soaring around all day. Gorgeous sunrises and beautiful full moons over the Bay are a treat for the eye. A great place for a retreat from the trepidation of city life. Yet the latter is only an hour away if one ever has an urge for a quick urban fix in the middle of vacation.

Submitted: Aug 23, 2017

Stayed: Aug 2017

Source: HomeAway

Owner's Response: We are delighted to host wonderful families who appreciate the beauty, serenity and fantastic view that this unique cliffside cabin offers. We look forward to your visit once again next year!

Exquisite cabin and views -- simply unforgettable

When viewing listings in hopes of booking a family getaway, it takes some blind faith that the pictures are representative of the listing that you are potentially booking. Something about the pictures just made Stone’s Throw seem like the perfect getaway for my young family. I can assure you that the pictures for this listing are 100% accurate and true to life. The view from the cabin is one of the most breathtaking things that I have ever seen. Most of our time was spent in the sun-room just enjoying the beautiful view and watching ships and birds -- by far, our family’s favorite room. The cabin is exquisitely kept and the decor provides a charm that can only happen with the love and care that comes from collecting family treasures over time.

Some things don’t always go as planned. The pool was closed for work longer than expected. Ginny was fantastic in this situation, giving us alternatives that we would be able to enjoy as a family. Ginny and Gary are awesome owners and so wonderful to work with. They were available to answer any questions and I often found that there was a reply far quicker than I anticipated.

In short, if you are considering Stone’s Throw for your family getaway or vacation, I highly suggest that you do so. It is an experience that you will not soon forget in the very best way.

Thank you, Ginny and Gary for sharing your home with us...and please tell Pacer the Guard Deer that we loved him too!

Home located in private country-club like 300-acre private community founded in 1936 for the preservation of nature and fossils. Seasonal activities revolve around 2 mile sand beach on Chesapeake Bay, with excellent beachcombing, shark's tooth hunting, swimming and boating. Two tennis courts, pristeen outdoor swimming pool, ball fields, a community house, basketball & horseshoe court and private roads for walking and cycling make this an ideal vacation spot. Lush vegetation, a tall canopy of trees and rolling hills form the backdrop for this beach community perched on cliffs overlooking the Bay. Maryland crabs, seafood, fine museums and parks, wineries, golf and charter fishing are available within easy driving distance.